Burges Salmon LLP

About the Company

Burges Salmon is the independent UK law firm which delivers the best mix of advice, service and value. Our clients range from the largest private and public sector organisations and institutions, to entrepreneurial businesses and wealthy individuals and families. Working from our offices in Bristol, London and Edinburgh, we have built a progressive service culture based on collaboration and teamwork that is shaped around the needs of our clients to deliver a fantastic service and experience. Operating in selected markets where our knowledge, experience and skills deliver highly effective solutions to our clients' complex needs, we aim aims to be a leader not a follower in these markets. Burges Salmon works for clients in all three UK jurisdictions and across the globe, through an international network of leading independent law firms - our preferred firms. Our objective is to provide clients with excellent service and advice, working with these preferred firms around the world to meet clients' international needs, where relevant. The firm's international experience spans all major sector and practice areas and primarily focuses on supporting its international clients around the world and overseas clients with their investment activities into the UK. Content on this page is general information only and not advice. Visit www.burges-salmon.com/terms-of-use. For more information please visit our website www.burges-salmon.com. You can also follow us on Twitter @BurgesSalmon

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Company Name

Burges Salmon LLP

Job Title

Corporate M&A Senior Associate

Job Description

Job title: Corporate M&A Senior Associate Role Summary: Provide legal support on complex public and private mergers & acquisitions and private equity transactions, advising on negotiation, due‑diligence, documentation, and regulatory compliance for diverse clients. Expectations: Deliver high‑quality legal work on time, collaborate across teams, engage in continuous development, and advance toward senior leadership roles. Key Responsibilities: - Draft, review and negotiate transaction agreements, schedules, and ancillary documents. - Lead and conduct due‑diligence investigations and legal risk assessments. - Advise on structuring, financing, and regulatory approvals of deals. - Liaise with clients, advisors, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth transaction execution. - Prepare supporting materials and presentations for client meetings. - Participate in business development activities and client relationship management. - Engage in training, mentorship, and professional development programmes. Required Skills: - Strong legal drafting and analytical skills. - Excellent communication, negotiation, and client‑service abilities. - Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and workloads. - Detail oriented with proactive problem‑solving capabilities. - Collaborative mindset for multidisciplinary teamwork. Required Education & Certifications: - Qualified lawyer registered with the SRA or Law Society of Scotland. - Demonstrated experience in Corporate M&A and private equity transactions.

Bristol, United kingdom

Hybrid

Senior

18-02-2026